Nikon L810 vs Nikon S30

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon L810 versus Nikon S30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the L810 (16MP) and S30 (10MP) and the L810 (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The L810 was released within a month of the S30 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the L810 scores vs the S30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Nikon Coolpix S30. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery and Nikon S30 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L810 enjoys exterior dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Nikon S30 has measurements of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the L810 compared to the S30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and S30 is 74 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The picture here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L810 and S30.

All in all, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The L810 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon L810 will result in more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively.